Guests say
Banks Place is a well-regarded cottage in Keswick, praised for its central location, cleanliness, and cosy atmosphere. Guests appreciate the comfortable bed, excellent bathroom, and the charm of the property. The log burner is a highlight, adding to the cottage's cosiness. While parking is noted as challenging due to narrow access, the property's proximity to local amenities is a significant plus.
The majority of guests found Banks Place to be very clean, with only a few isolated incidents of cleanliness issues such as a frying pan not being checked by the cleaner. The overall high standard of cleanliness contributes to the positive experience of the guests.
The location of Banks Place is highly praised for being central and convenient, allowing guests to access Keswick's town centre and local attractions easily. The proximity to walks, restaurants, and bars is a consistent positive throughout the reviews.
Comfort receives a good rating with guests enjoying the comfortable bed and cosy setting. However, some guests found the bed uncomfortable or had issues with the steep stairs, which affected the comfort score. The log burner is frequently mentioned as a positive aspect for comfort.
Facilities at Banks Place are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and a fantastic bath. However, there are comments about the lack of a microwave, issues with the TV, and inadequate heating which suggest room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a score for this category.
About this property
Banks Place is an attractive mid terrace cottage located in the centre of Keswick, perfect for couples looking for a romantic Lake District break.
This well-appointed cottage is beautifully decorated and furnished in a modern style, ensuring a stylish and comfortable stay. Upstairs there are views across the countryside towards Grisedale and a master double bedroom with a comfortable king size bed. If required, this room can also be converted to two single beds instead. One of the main features of this cottage is the spacious and luxurious bathroom which includes a slipper bath ideal for anyone looking to unwind or enjoy some me time.
Downstairs the open plan but cosy living area has a kitchen space with a breakfast bar and slate tile flooring. The living area also has a multi-fuel stove and TV, ensuring there is no better place to relax on a cold evening after a busy day exploring the local area. The cottage also benefits from a high quality Sonos sound system providing pure, immersive sound.
There is outside seating to the front of the cottage and private residents parking on a first come first served basis plus unrestricted parking on street nearby (you should note that entry to the residents parking is down a narrow alley).
The cottage is a short walk away from the local amenities of Keswick, including restaurants, pubs and local shops as well as attractions such as the Cumberland Pencil Museum, lakeside walks and Derwentwater with jetties where you can take a boat tour or hire a rowing boat.
This stylish cottage is a great choice for couples looking for a base to explore the area.
Keswick is a year round destination with a wide variety of attractions on offer including, lake cruises on Derwentwater, live performances at the Theatre by the Lake, fine fell walking, lively street markets and an abundance of shops, bars and restaurants. Hope Park is a relaxing and beautiful place to visit at any time of year it is only a five minute walk from the apartment, here you could enjoy a round of golf or keep the children entertained with a game of crazy golf. Also nearby you will find the River Greta and Fitz Park with tennis courts, pitch and put golf or just simply stroll along side the river. For the more energetic visit Whinlatter Forest Park which has a fantastic mountain biking trail and also hosts the tree top adventure Go Ape.
Accommodation
One bedroom: 1 x double with king size bed (can be converted to two single beds).
Bathroom with slipper bath, shower cubicle, hand basin, WC and heated towel rail.
Outdoor seating.
Open plan living space with kitchen area, breakfast bar and multi-fuel stove.
Electric oven and gas hob, fridge, washing machine.
Multi-fuel stove.
TV and Sonos sound system.
Free Wi-Fi.
All electric.
Bed linen and towels included in the rent.
Initial supply of fuel included for multi-fuel stove.
On-street parking available.
Walking distance from local amenities, pubs, restaurants, tearooms.
Note: Private residents parking on a first come first served basis plus unrestricted parking on street nearby (you should note that entry to the residents parking is down a narrow alley).
Please note the staircase in the property is quite steep.
Nearby points of interest
- Derwent Pencil Museum
- Catbells Lakeland Walk
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lodore Falls
- Buttermere Lake
- Scale Force waterfall
- Wastwater Lake
- Church of St Olaf
Reviews (41)
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Catherine
The house is centrally placed for everything. No need to use the car as we walked from the doorstep. The bus service is really good - we went to Cockermouth for the day and have previously caught the bus to Buttermere. A clean, comfortable place to stay - weâve even booked again! Thank you
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Debra
. great location. We didnât use the parking as prewarned by other reviews about the difficult access and limited spaces. Took the anxiety away though of getting parking elsewhere by pre booking a space on a driveway through the Just Park app about 7 mins walk away on the Penrith Road. Only sad thing for us was having to leave half way through our stay due to a sudden family bereavement. But will definitely be back.
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Elaine
The approach is very narrow but we managed ok and parked the car in the front of the cottage for the whole time we were there. The cottage is very central and fairly well maintained, although the bench outside has definitely seen better days! As others have said the stairs are very steep but that is to be expected in an old cottage and we managed them without a problem. The bathroom is excellent with a great shower and bath and the bed is very comfortable. Nice that sheets, towels, toilet rolls and soap were provided. The only fault we found was that the blinds in the kitchen and bathroom are broken and a microwave would have been very useful, but on the whole we were very pleased with the cottage and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.